Certificate in Event Planning Basics
Course Overview
The Certificate in Event Planning Basics at LSCAHM is a UK Level 3 introductory qualification running 3 to 6 months on-campus, online or by distance learning. The programme is aligned with UK events-industry benchmarks recognised by the Association of Event Organisers (AEO), Meeting Professionals International (MPI) UK & Ireland and the Institute of Hospitality, and covers run sheets, supplier coordination and small-event delivery as one first-entry skill set.
By graduation you can plan and support a small event end-to-end, brief suppliers, and step into an events assistant role in London's meetings, weddings and corporate hospitality sector.
Key Features
- Compact 3 to 6 month structure with weekly seminars and case-based teaching.
- Curriculum aligned with AEO and MPI UK & Ireland introductory themes.
- Named programme-tutor support across on-campus, online and distance modes.
- Modules on run sheets, supplier briefing, on-day coordination and event health-and-safety basics.
- Rolling intakes with wide tutor and elective choice for early applicants.
What You Will Learn
- Build a run sheet for a small event.
- Brief AV, catering and floral suppliers to a working specification.
- Coordinate small-event operations on the day.
- Understand event health-and-safety obligations at introductory level.
- Manage guest lists, RSVPs and check-in.
- Handle small budgets and simple purchase orders.
- Prepare for interview and probation review as an events assistant.
Who This Course Is For
- School-leavers preparing for a first UK events role.
- Career changers moving from admin, marketing or hospitality into events.
- Freelancers formalising informal event coordination experience.
- International applicants preparing for UK events study or employment.
Career Pathways
- Events Assistant
- Wedding Planner Assistant
- Event Coordinator Trainee
- Conference Steward
- Catering Coordinator
- Bar/F&B Events Assistant
The LSCAHM careers service runs at least one industry-careers day each academic year for Certificate students, with London event operators, wedding businesses and corporate hospitality teams recruiting for entry-level roles.
Entry Requirements
- GCSE English at grade 4/C or equivalent; open access for mature applicants at admissions review.
- No prior study of events required — Certificate courses are designed as first-entry routes.
- IELTS 5.5 overall (no band below 5.0) for non-native English speakers, or equivalent.
- A short personal statement of 250 words describing your interest in events.
- International applicants supported through visa, accommodation and English-language guidance.
Why Study at LSCAHM
The London School of Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management is a specialist division of Harold International College of London teaching in small tutor-visible cohorts. LSCAHM reads culinary arts, hospitality management, tourism, events and food business as interlocking disciplines, which is the correct map for a first-time events entrant.
Central London places event operators, wedding businesses and the Association of Event Organisers within a short tube ride of every classroom.
Apply for Certificate in Event Planning Basics
The Certificate in Event Planning Basics runs on rolling intakes with the widest tutor and elective choice for early applicants. Start with a UK Level 3 Certificate at LSCAHM and step confidently into your first UK events role. Enrol Now.
